Lol what a stupid comparison π
Massive tariffs β raised U.S. import tariffs to over 17%, the highest level since 1930.
Targeted allies too β not just China, but also the EU, Canada, Mexico, and Japan.
Triggered a global trade war β trade with China collapsed, supply chains were disrupted.
Increased inflation β tariffs pushed U.S. prices up by nearly 1 percentage point.
Slowed global growth β 2025β2026 growth forecasts were cut; Canada and Mexico neared recession.
Cost U.S. jobs β around 2 million fewer jobs than expected by 2026.
Created chaos and uncertainty β constant policy shifts made long-term investment unpredictable
Crisis of Predictability: The world no longer sees the U.S. as the stable "anchor" of the global order. A leader from Singapore noted that "strategic trust has dropped," forcing everyone to "assume the worst" .
NATO Allies Are Soured: U.S. approval among NATO citizens has plummeted to ~21%. In much of Northern Europe, it is below 10%. Trust is now so low that the U.S. is nearly as unpopular as China among its own allies .
The "Hedging" Strategy: Instead of confronting the U.S. directly, traditional allies are quietly building alternatives:
Canada: Seeks a "new strategic partnership" with China and India while maintaining the U.S. alliance .
Japan & Australia: Expanding security partnerships in Asia and bolstering self-reliance, anticipating a future where U.S. support is not guaranteed .
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